1989 Hunter 33.5 Boat in Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716 US
33.5
1 Engine (Yanmar)
33.8 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
New to the Market. Hunter 33.5. Nice shape and ready for the next family. Located in Atlantic Highlands, NJ.
The 1989 Hunter 33.5 is a popular cruising sailboat offering an impressive combination of interior volume, comfortable accommodations and manageable sailing characteristics. With approximately 33'5" of overall length and nearly 11 feet of beam, the Hunter 33.5 provides excellent interior space while remaining a practical size for coastal cruising and weekend sailing. Her fractional B&R rig and large cockpit make the Hunter 33.5 well suited to short-handed sailing, while the shoal-draft configuration provides additional flexibility when cruising bays, rivers and shallower coastal waters. Below deck, the spacious layout provides separate sleeping accommodations, a comfortable salon, enclosed head and functional galley. With its combination of cruising accommodations, diesel auxiliary power, manageable dimensions and Hunter's emphasis on usable interior space, the Hunter 33.5 remains an attractive choice for sailors seeking an affordable family cruiser or comfortable weekend boat. All specifications, capacities, dimensions and equipment are believed to be accurate but are not guaranteed. Vessel equipment may have been modified or replaced since original manufacture. Buyers should independently verify all specifications, equipment and vessel condition through personal inspection and/or marine survey.
1989 HUNTER 33.5 SPECS
BUILDER: Hunter Marine
MODEL: Hunter 33.5
YEAR: 1989
TYPE: Cruising Sailboat
HULL MATERIAL: Fiberglass
RIG: Fractional B&R Sloop
STEERING: Wheel
RUDDER: Spade
KEEL: Fixed Fin / Shoal-Draft Keel
DIMENSIONS
LOA: Approximately 33'5"
LWL: Approximately 26'10"
Beam: Approximately 10'11"
Draft: Approximately 4'6"
Displacement: Approximately 11,000 lbs.
Ballast: Approximately 4,500 lbs.
Air Draft: Approximately 53'4"
MACHINERY
Engine: Yanmar Inboard Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Drive: Shaft Drive
Propeller: Inboard Propeller/Shaft
Engine model, horsepower and engine hours should be verified aboard the vessel before publication.
TANKAGE
Fuel Capacity: Approximately 22 Gallons
Fresh Water Capacity: Approximately 56 Gallons
Holding-tank capacity should be verified aboard the vessel.
ACCOMMODATIONS
The Hunter 33.5 offers a spacious cruising interior designed to provide comfortable accommodations for family cruising and extended weekends aboard.
Private forward sleeping cabin
Private aft sleeping cabin
Spacious main salon
Convertible salon accommodations
Large dining/seating area
Enclosed marine head
Hot and cold pressure water
Opening ports and overhead hatches
Generous storage throughout
Navigation station
Interior cabinetry and wood trim
GALLEY
The functional cruising galley provides convenient meal preparation and storage while underway or at the dock.
Stainless-steel sink
Hot and cold pressure water
Two-burner stove
Icebox/refrigeration area
Countertop work space
Overhead and under-counter storage
Fresh-water system
Actual appliances and refrigeration equipment should be verified aboard, as equipment may have been upgraded or replaced during the vessel's ownership history.
RIGGING & SAILS
Fractional B&R Sloop Rig
Aluminum Mast
Aluminum Boom
Stainless-Steel Standing Rigging
Mainsail
Headsail
Running Rigging
Deck Hardware and Winches
RIG DIMENSIONS
I: Approximately 39'2"
J: Approximately 11'8"
P: Approximately 43'2"
E: Approximately 13'6"
Reported Sail Area: Approximately 520-522 sq. ft.
Specific sail inventory, sail age, condition and roller-furling equipment should be verified aboard.
ELECTRICAL
12-Volt DC Electrical System
110-Volt AC Shore Power System
House and Starting Batteries
Battery Selector Switch
Shore Power Connection
Interior Cabin Lighting
Navigation Lights
Electric Bilge Pump
Electric Fresh-Water Pump
Battery quantity, charger/inverter equipment and any upgraded electrical equipment should be verified aboard.
DECK & COCKPIT
Wheel Steering
Large Aft Cockpit
Walk-Through Transom
Swim/Boarding Ladder
Bow Pulpit
Stern Rail
Stainless-Steel Stanchions
Lifelines
Cockpit Storage
Anchor Roller/Ground Tackle Arrangement
Deck Cleats
Non-Skid Deck Surfaces
Cockpit Table
STANDARD / TYPICAL EQUIPMENT
Yanmar Diesel Auxiliary Power
Wheel Steering
B&R Fractional Sail Plan
Mainsail
Headsail
Self-Tailing/Sheet Winches
Marine Head
Pressure Fresh-Water System
Hot Water System
Galley
Shore Power
12-Volt Electrical System
Navigation Lights
Bilge Pump
Compass
Anchor and Ground Tackle
Swim/Boarding Ladder
PRINCIPAL SPECIFICATIONS
Year: 1989
Builder: Hunter Marine
Model: Hunter 33.5
LOA: Approx. 33'5"
LWL: Approx. 26'10"
Beam: Approx. 10'11"
Draft: Approx. 4'6"
Displacement: Approx. 11,000 lbs.
Ballast: Approx. 4,500 lbs.
Air Draft: Approx. 53'4"
Sail Area: Approx. 520-522 sq. ft.
Engine: Yanmar Inboard Diesel
Fuel Capacity: Approx. 42 Gallons
Fresh Water Capacity: Approx. 56 Gallons
Rig: Fractional B&R Sloop
Steering: Wheel
Work history provided by owner
1989 Hunter 33.5 Upgrades & Maintenance 2014 New deck level navigation lights New macerator pump New MSD hoses New exhaust elbow New jib sheets New galley faucet Replace pedestal wheel brake pads New radial drive wheel on rudder New combo steaming/deck light New raw water strainer 2015 Install port side deck hardware to lead lines to cockpit New raw water intake thru-hull and seacock Replace all running rigging except jib sheets, add spin halyard New Aquamet propeller shaft New rudder from Foss Foam New bronze stuAing box New cutlass bearing 2016 New miter cut 140% Genoa from Mack Sails Rebuilt Edson Pedestal steering Replaced interior bulbs with LED’s 2019 Replaced in-boom outhaul lines New mainsail cover New accumulator in FW system New Ronco Plastics FW tank New Racor fuel filter/separator New Instruments / Electronics: o NMEA 2K / Raymarine STNG network o Raymarine Axiom 9 plotter o Raymarine 4kw HD color radar o Raymarine Evo wheel pilot o Raymarine Wind/depth/speed indicators o Standard horizon VHF with GPS and AIS receive o New Masthead VHF antenna 2021 (2) new group 31 house batteries Replaced starting/charging wiring, added overcurrent protection Balmar SmartGauge 170W semi-flexible solar panel and MPPT controller New Doger skin, new Bimini frame and skin, new dodger to bimini connector 2022 Compass refurbished by Viking Instruments 2024 New Stainless steel lifelines 2025 (2) new fire extinguishers New HWH hoses to engine New exhaust hoses
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/26 | Initial price | $24,900 |
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1989 Hunter 33.5 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $24,900 | $24,500 | $21,900 | $29,900 | $19,900 | $15,900 |
| Location | Atlantic Highlands | Brick | Atlantic Highlands | New Gretna | Sayreville | Barnegat |
| Nominal Length | 34' | 30' | 35' | 33' | 40' | 28' |
| Beam | 11' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Yanmar | Yanmar | UNIVERSAL | epropulsion | yanmar | yanmar |
| Total Engine Power | 18 hp | 18 hp | 21 hp | - | 44 hp | 18 hp |
| Days on Market | 2 | 8 | 115 | 748 | 24 | 897 |
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